Six Reasons to Consider Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS)
While it is certainly possible to create your own cloud backup and disaster recovery strategy, there are several highly desirable benefits of employing a managed plan—also frequently called disaster recovery as a service, or DRaaS. This blog post will discuss…
Top Advantages of Managed Cloud-Based Data Backup
Securely backing up company information is crucial in ensuring that valuable data isn’t lost or compromised. While an organization can use internal resources for this task, in many cases a managed cloud engagement makes more sense. This post will discuss…
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5-Step IT Security Compliance for SMBs
What is security compliance? Being security compliant means your IT infrastructure protocols follow prevailing local and international industry standards, as well as adhere to any laws that apply in your locality. Examples include adhering to local privacy and security of…
It’s Time to go on the Offense with your IT Security
It’s said that the best defense is a good offense. This is particularly true in cybersecurity, where the average cost of a security breach in the U.S. is more than $200 per compromised data item, according to a Ponemon study….
Benefits of Taking a Managed Approach to IT Security
The threats to data security and integrity are increasing. Keypoint Intelligence/InfoTrends research indicates that 64% of organizations have been the subject of some sort of IT security breach. This threat is not limited to large corporations. Medium-sized businesses (between 100…
Top Reasons to Consider Managed IT Services
One of the most consistent topics being discussed across all industries are for ways to improve IT operations through new technology, processes, and training for employees. As part of this evaluation, Keypoint Intelligence/InfoTrends encourages organizations to consider the impact of…
Stop Losing a Fortune to Failing IT Systems
With business growth, new customers, and tougher market challenges that require doing more with less, business processes have changed a lot over the last several years. Yet, many organizations only employ a part-time or casual IT person to take care…
How to Stop Phishing Attacks Impacting Your Business
Phishing attacks have been around since the 1990s, but they’re still causing trouble for SMEs across the globe. All it takes is one misplaced click from an unwary employee to give attackers the keys to your most sensitive data, or…
2018 Technology Forecast: The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
What can we expect to see in 2018? An accelerated push towards digital-transformation, as the Internet of Things (IoT) increasingly expands into every layer of business and as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning continues to transform everyday thing. Experts…
4 Key Questions to Ask a Managed Security Services Provider
Managed security services are becoming a critical part of the managed IT services, so for those considering a managed security approach for their organization, this post discusses some key questions you should be asking a potential managed service provider. Source:…
Why Managed Cloud Services Make Sense for Small Businesses
Do you work for a small business? If so, you may find you have a less-than-ideal level of IT resources. At least that is the case for many small businesses, many of which have no dedicated (or a very small)…
Reduce Digital Overload with the Right Strategy
There’s certainly no shortage of apps and digital products that promise to make our businesses more efficient. But so much choice has its drawbacks in a digitally distracted workplace. Implementing a digital strategy can reduce wasted time and money spent…
Weathering the Storm: Best Practices to Protect Your Data from Natural Disasters
In severe weather situations, your safety is the #1 concern. But it’s not too late to prepare your business’ infrastructure to weather the storm. With this in mind, we wanted to share some valuable resources offering tips to stay safe,…
How Managed IT Solves the IT Infrastructure Dilemma
The dependency on information technology grows every year, as new and better technology hits the marketplace. At the same time, many small and medium businesses feel the need to do more with less—particularly as globalization and the Internet have increased…